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Sports · Football (NFL) · published 2026-09-03 · via Bleacher Report

NFL Bold Predictions: Chargers Miss Playoffs, Other Shakeups

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The piece lists six bold predictions for the 2026 NFL season, including the Los Angeles Chargers missing the playoffs after losing defensive coordinator Jesse Minter. It notes that last year's surprises included the Chiefs missing the playoffs and the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl. The Chargers' new defensive coordinator, Chris O'Leary, faces a tough task against a difficult schedule.

Expanded Detail

The Chargers' defensive coordinator transition is a major storyline. Jesse Minter departed to become Baltimore's head coach after guiding Los Angeles to the league's fewest points allowed in 2024 and a ninth-place scoring finish in 2025. His replacement, Chris O'Leary, has just one season as a college defensive coordinator at Western Michigan, with his other experience coming as a safeties coach.

Dallas, meanwhile, overhauled its defensive staff after ranking last in points surrendered. Christian Parker arrives from Philadelphia, where he helped develop All-Pro defensive backs Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. The Eagles led the NFL in fewest passing touchdowns allowed last season and have ranked first in passing yards surrendered since the start of the 2024 campaign.

Context

These predictions could influence fan expectations, betting markets, and media narratives as the season approaches. The Chargers and Cowboys both

Expanded detail and Context are AI-generated analysis; the linked article remains the authoritative source.
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